Sarasota Beach vs Tri-Par Estates
Two Sarasota communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $1.62M | $160K |
| Price per sq ft | $725 | $182 |
| Avg days on market | 102 days | 180 days |
| Months of supply | 5.5 mo | 10.3 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 26 | 28 |
The verdict
Sarasota Beach carries the higher median price — about 916% above Tri-Par Estates. Homes in Sarasota Beach sell faster (102 days on market vs 180). Sarasota Beach is the tighter market on inventory (5.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Sarasota County, FL | Sarasota County, FL |
| City / area | Sarasota | Sarasota |
| ZIP | 05674, 34229, 34232 | 08755, 34232, 34234 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | not enough parcels sampled | 31% of 13 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 12 | 24 |
| Under contract | 1 | 0 |
| Asking prices today | $749K to $7.5M | $42K to $180K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 2 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Half Duplex, Single Family Residence | Mobile Home |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Sarasota Beach homes for sale · Tri-Par Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1 | 241 |
| Built | 2024–2024 (median 2024) | 1957–2023 (median 1968) |
| Typical living area | 3,878 sq ft | 1,120 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 0% | 27% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Sarasota Beach median | Tri-Par Estates median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $427K (27 sales) | $40K (4 sales) |
| 2014 | $630K (10 sales) | $41K (8 sales) |
| 2015 | $829K (18 sales) | $60K (25 sales) |
| 2016 | $825K (17 sales) | $60K (31 sales) |
| 2017 | $775K (21 sales) | $68K (19 sales) |
| 2018 | $1.1M (11 sales) | $60K (3 sales) |
| 2019 | $619K (5 sales) | $108K (4 sales) |
| 2022 | $2.15M (17 sales) | $126K (33 sales) |
| 2023 | $1.27M (11 sales) | $168K (8 sales) |
| 2024 | $1.55M (21 sales) | $160K (41 sales) |
| 2025 | $1M (25 sales) | $172K (30 sales) |
| 2026 | $1.46M (22 sales) | $145K (28 sales) |
Since 2012, Sarasota Beach's median sale price is +243% and Tri-Par Estates's is +262% — Tri-Par Estates has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 84.2% | 85.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 4% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,556 sq ft | 895 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 46 (normal) | 28 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Sarasota Beach | Tri-Par Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Phillippi Shores Elementary | Emma E. Booker Elementary |
| Middle | Brookside Middle | Booker Middle |
| High school | Sarasota High | Booker High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Tri-Par Estates is the lower entry point (median $160K vs $1.62M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Sarasota Beach; Tri-Par Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Sarasota Beach (102 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Sarasota Beach more expensive than Tri-Par Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Sarasota Beach is $1,625,000 versus $160,000 in Tri-Par Estates, about 916% higher.
Which has newer homes, Sarasota Beach or Tri-Par Estates?
Sarasota Beach: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1968 in Tri-Par Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Sarasota Beach. The typical home there is 3,878 sq ft of living area, versus 1,120 sq ft in Tri-Par Estates.
Which has appreciated more, Sarasota Beach or Tri-Par Estates?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 243% in Sarasota Beach and 262% in Tri-Par Estates (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Tri-Par Estates — sellers there received 85.4% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 84.2% in Sarasota Beach.
What high schools serve Sarasota Beach and Tri-Par Estates?
Listings in Sarasota Beach most often report Sarasota High; listings in Tri-Par Estates report Booker High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Sarasota Beach homes, photos & schools · Tri-Par Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.